Community - Can't Live Without It

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching. (Hebrews 10:24-25)

Are you a loner, or do you thrive when in a crowd of people? Do you value your friendships, or do you prefer to spend time alone? It does take all kinds to make the world go around, and neither is better than the other. It is simply a matter of personality and perhaps even our environment.

An extrovert is energized when interacting with lots of others. There can be an adrenaline surge or a euphoric high when in front of a crowd. When the event is over you often find yourself craving more, you have been fed by the interface. An extrovert enjoys 'people-ing' and seldom tires of it.

An introvert is energized by alone time. They can function quite well in crowds, even enjoy the experience, but when it is finished, they are ready to crash. The introvert is reenergized by silence or stillness.  An introvert is not necessarily shy, and often likes people, but more on a one-on-one basis.

But whatever your personality type might be, community is important. We grow from our experiences with each other. We are transformed by the community we keep. This is why it is vital we regularly attend church -- where we can help each other. This happens in worship, in our small groups, and in our smaller circle of friends.

"Two heads are better than one" as my grandfather used to tell me. A cord of three strands is not easily broken, as scripture says.


Hebrews 10:24-25